Heart disease kills more people than any other deaths combined, including all forms of cancer.

It is also the single most preventable cause of death.

The American Heart Association has defined seven health and behavior factors that impact health and quality of life. Known as "Life's Simple 7," these steps can help add years to your life:

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1. Don't smoke

2. Maintain a healthy weight

3. Engage in regular physical activity

4. Eat a healthy diet

5. Manage blood pressure

6. Take charge of cholesterol

7. Keep blood sugar at healthy levels

Every minute a woman dies from heart disease. That's one out of every three women dying from a preventable death.

In supportof American Heart Association's Annual Heart Smart month, Chef Antonia Lofaso is working with Campbell Soup Company to help educate more than 42 million American women suffering from some form of heart disease.

Preheat oven to 250F. On a medium baking sheet, brush 2 tsp olive oil on PepperidgeFarm 100% Whole Wheat bread and allow to dry out in the oven for about 15 minutes until bread becomes crisp to the touch. Break dried bread into 1/2 inch pieces about the size of a large crouton and set aside.

Great news--crunchy, flavorful fried chicken can be healthy with this oven-fried chicken recipe. We marinate skinless chicken in buttermilk to keep it juicy. A light coating of flour, sesame seeds and spices, misted with olive oil, forms an appealing crust during baking. And with only 7 grams of fat per serving in this oven-fried chicken recipe--rather than the 20 in typical fried chicken--that is good news.

Whisk buttermilk, mustard, garlic and hot sauce in a shallow glass dish until well blended. Add chicken and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or for up to 8 hours.

Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Set a wire rack on the baking sheet and coat it with cooking spray.

Whisk flour, sesame seeds, paprika, thyme, baking powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Place the flour mixture in a paper bag or large sealable plastic bag. Shaking off excess marinade, place one or two pieces of chicken at a time in the bag and shake to coat. Shake off excess flour and place the chicken on the prepared rack. (Discard any leftover flour mixture and marinade.) Spray the chicken pieces with cooking spray.

Bake the chicken until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, 40 to 50 minutes.

Cook's Tip

No buttermilk? You can use buttermilk powder prepared according to package directions. Or make "sour milk": mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk.

To Make Ahead: Marinate the chicken for up to 8 hours.

Nutritional Analysis Per serving

Calories Per Serving 224

Total Fat 7 g

Saturated Fat 2 g

Monounsaturated Fat 2 g

Cholesterol 130 mg

Sodium 237 mg

Carbohydrates 5 g

Fiber 1 g

Protein 34 g

Potassium 400 mg

Better Homes and Gardens offers these helpful tips for substituting ingredients for a quick and easier way to cooking healthier.

Why substitute? Using mini chocolate chips means that every bite still has the sweet flavor, but by using less overall you cut the calories. If you sub dark chocolate (with 70 percent cocoa and cocoa powder) you gain flavonoids that help keep blood vessels clear and flowing. Dark chocolate also can increase levels of HDL, or "good" cholesterol, by up to 10 percent, according to a 2006 study in Finland.

Why substitute? The combination of the yogurt and cottage cheese gives your recipe lower fat content with the same consistency. If you choose the no-salt added cottage cheese, your dip will also be lower in sodium.

Tip on making the switch: Puree the yogurt and cottage cheese in a blender for a smooth consistency.

Use Marshmallow Creme, Not Butter

When your recipe calls for: butter or margarine

Use this ingredient instead: marshmallow creme

Best used for: Frosting

Why substitute? One serving of marshmallow creme has no fat or cholesterol, compared with the 11.5 grams of fat and 31 mg of cholesterol in one serving of butter. Using the marshmallow creme will also give your frosting a sweetened taste and thicker consistency.

*Note: The marshmallow creme will significantly sweeten the recipe. Add the creme gradually and taste it as you go. You may not need the entire measurement of creme.